Trample/ˈtræmpl/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Physical Action ‘Trample’ implies forceful, careless stepping that can ruin or hurt. The horses trampled the fence flat. Pro Tip 2/3Accidental Harm Trampling can be unintentional when someone does not see what they step on. I didn't mean to trample your glasses! Pro Tip 3/3Emotive Imagery Use ‘trample’ to evoke a strong image of carelessness or destruction. In the rush for the door, they trampled the handmade quilt.